Symbols and Their Meanings
The Symbols and Their Meanings worksheet encourages students to explore the meaning behind common symbols used in Australian celebrations and events. This scaffolded worksheet invites learners to choose four symbols, draw a picture of each, and write a short explanation to describe their significance.
Perfect for exploring cultural identity, national values, and visual symbolism in a creative and accessible way.
Learning goals
- We are learning to identify how changing technology affected people’s lives (at home and in the ways they worked, travelled, communicated and played in the past).
Curriculum alignment
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.
Differentiation
Modifications
• Provide a visual word bank of common Australian symbols (e.g., flags, emblems, animals).
• Allow students to verbally describe symbols or use teacher scribing.
• Use sentence starters to support emerging writers.
Extensions
• Turn completed posters into a class display for Harmony Day or Australia Day.
• Have students present their chosen symbols to the class.
• Compare Australian symbols with those from another country or culture.